Jesy Nelson responds to 'blackfishing' controversy from new solo music video
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukJesy Nelson has responded to claims that she was 'blackfishing' in her latest music video. The former Little Mix star said she never intended to cause offence after some social media users criticised her appearance in the video for her debut solo track, Boyz.
The 30-year-old was accused of blackfishing – when a non-black person tries to appear black – but has denied using fake tan. READ MORE: Strictly's Katie McGlynn shuts down Gorka Marquez rift rumours saying they've arranged a dinner date During an Instagram Live stream with superstar rapper Nicki Minaj, who features on Boyz, Jesy explained that she had been to Antigua in the weeks before the video shoot, which is why she had a darker skin tone.
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